Rebekah Overcash

Rebekah Overcash is a Lecturer in the School of Nursing at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNC Charlotte), part of the College of Health and Human Services (CHHS). With 22 years of clinical experience in maternity nursing, including roles in labor and delivery, postpartum, and newborn care, she transitioned to academia after earning her Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) in Nursing Education from the University of North Carolina Wilmington (2019). Her professional journey emphasizes teaching undergraduate nursing students through active learning strategies to foster critical thinking and practical skills.

Education:

• MSN in Nursing Education, 2019, University of North Carolina Wilmington
• BSN, 1999, University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Research & Teaching Focus: While formal research areas are noted as N/A, her practice emphasizes obstetrics education, clinical skill development, and innovative teaching methodologies. She is certified in inpatient obstetrics (RNC-OB) and prioritizes real-world application in classroom settings.

Awards:

• Recipient of the Honors Faculty title at UNC Charlotte (term ending June 30, 2030).

Teaching Philosophy: Aims to blend clinical expertise with educational innovation, ensuring students gain both theoretical knowledge and practical confidence in maternal health care.